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Emerging population issues in Africa.

M A El-badry

    International Statistical Review = Revue Internationale De Statistique
    |August 1, 1992
    PubMed
    Summary

    Africa

    Area of Science:

    • Demography
    • Population Studies
    • African Studies

    Background:

    • Africa experiences rapid population growth due to declining mortality and sustained high fertility rates.
    • High fertility rates contribute to a significant proportion of children in the population.
    • Mortality rates in Africa are improving but still lag globally.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the factors driving high fertility rates in Africa.
    • To examine the social issues arising from a large child population.
    • To investigate reasons for lagging mortality rates despite improvements.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of demographic trends.
    • Exploration of socio-economic factors influencing fertility and mortality.
    • Review of public health and social policies.
    Keywords:
    AfricaDemographic FactorsDeveloping CountriesFertilityMortalityPopulationPopulation DynamicsPopulation Growth

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    • Identified key drivers of sustained high fertility.
    • Highlighted social challenges associated with a youthful population structure.
    • Pinpointed reasons for the persistent gap in mortality rates compared to global averages.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding the interplay of fertility, mortality, and social factors is crucial for African population dynamics.
    • Addressing high fertility and improving mortality require targeted interventions.
    • Demographic shifts necessitate proactive social and economic planning.